05-24-2020, 12:28 PM
She couldn't help but get caught up in the man's gaze. Karen stood there for a moment as if mesmerized by his eyes, and then the boy spoke and broke the spell for the moment. She took the toy slowly and examined it, then gave Clover the biggest smile yet, "Thank ye, child. I bet they will both cherish it when they can play with it. Would ye like ta meet them? They are awake." In fact, one might hear a burble or two coming from the pair. She would lead them further into the colorful parlor where the walls were painted a cheerful cream color. The furniture was a mish-mash of stuff, and there were quilts and afghans strewn here and there to ward off the chill of winter. A cheery blaze was set in the hearth, crackling away and dispelling the cold. Not far, but not too close to the hearth either, were two bassinets. She set the toy on the mantle of the hearth for the world to admire.